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Marc Damon Johnson Joins Kim Wayans In Barbecue – Win Tickets!

Public Theatre has recently announced a casting switch: Marc Damon Johnson will replace Tony nominee John Earl Jelks in the world premiere of Barbecue — though no...

Broadway BlackSeptember 21, 2015

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A Raisin in the Sun at Harlem Repertory Theatre

Since its Broadway debut in 1959, A Raisin in the Sun has become one of the perennial favorites of Black theatre, with two Broadway...

Broadway BlackSeptember 21, 2015

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Exclusive: Mykal Kilgore Defies Gravity For #KickstartKilgore Campaign

Singing sensation Mykal Kilgore is raising funds through Kickstarter for a solo album. Most recently known for his outstanding work on Broadway in shows...

Broadway BlackSeptember 21, 2015

Awards Nominees & Winners

Viola Davis & Uzo Aduba Mark Historic Wins at the 2015 Emmy Awards

History was made tonight, and we at Broadway Black are thrilled. As the creator of the #OscarsSoWhite hashtag, I debated for quite a while...

Broadway BlackSeptember 21, 2015

Events and Happenings

Discrimination & Police Misconduct: Broadway Star Christina Sajous Seeks Settlement

Many of us remember where we were 14 years ago on September 11. But what about last year? Broadway actress, Christina Sajous (“Spider Man:...

Broadway BlackSeptember 19, 2015

Inspiration

Vanessa Williams Performs at Miss America Pageant with Broadway Inspirational Voices

Three decades after she became the first African American to win the Miss America crown, actress and singer Vanessa Williams finally received an apology...

Broadway BlackSeptember 19, 2015

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3: Black Girl Blues at 2015 United Solo Theatre Festival

3: Black Girl Blues, a one-woman show starring Danielle Mone’ Truitt, is a tale of three close friends who grew up together and are confronted with...

Broadway BlackSeptember 18, 2015

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Uzo Aduba & David Alan Grier Get Ready for The Wiz Live

Now that the full cast for NBC’s The Wiz Live has been announced, fans of the acclaimed musical are eagerly awaiting its airdate of...

Broadway BlackSeptember 18, 2015

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Denzel Washington Will Help Bring Entire August Wilson Cycle To HBO

If you weren’t watching the Denzel Washington live stream Q&A lead by the Notorious Ph.D., Todd Boyd, last night, you missed a great conversation....

Drew ShadeSeptember 18, 2015

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Keith Josef Adkins Tells Central Park History In The People Before The Park

In March, Keith Josef Adkins was one of four finalists at the 11th Annual Spring Reading Series during the 2015 Premiere Stages Play Festival...

Broadway BlackSeptember 17, 2015

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Wallis Kicks Off Season With Denzel Washington Livestream

“Hello, Denzel” has become a greeting for the epitome of sexy, smooth-natured manhood – in honor of actor Denzel Washington. On Sept. 17, fans of...

Broadway BlackSeptember 17, 2015

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Politicians Attack Spike Lee Over Upcoming Film, Chi-raq

In a style that is typical for the New York filmmaker, Spike Lee has once again set tongues wagging about his latest film, “Chi-raq.” The...

Broadway BlackSeptember 17, 2015

Awards Nominees & Winners

Jennifer Hudson Norm Lewis & Broadway Inspirational Voices Perform for Pope

Academy- and Grammy award-winning actress and singer Jennifer Hudson has racked up an impressive list of accomplishments since she burst on the scene on...

Broadway BlackSeptember 17, 2015

Awards Nominees & Winners

Auditions in Black and White

Casting Director Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd, in an interview given to Black Enterprise Magazine in 2012, suggests that there are some best practices with respect...

Broadway BlackSeptember 17, 2015

Broadway Black History Fact

Appropriation, Not Appreciation: The History of Blackface

Theatre is an integral part of society. It is often the mirror that society uses to see its reflection. Oftentimes, that reflection isn’t always pretty....

Broadway BlackSeptember 17, 2015

How Do We Feel

The Lack Of Diversity In Theatre Seasons Are Not Going Unnoticed

The Manhattan Theatre Club (MTC) recently released their list of productions for the 2015-16 season. The list includes dynamic dramas and wonderful comedies by Sam Shepard and David...

Broadway BlackSeptember 16, 2015

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Brandon Victor Dixon Debut Concert at Joe’s Pub

Most people are content to celebrate their birthday with dinner and a few friends or maybe a concert. But Tony-nominated star of Motown: The...

Broadway BlackSeptember 16, 2015

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Invisible Thread Cast Announced After Return From Uganda

The Second Stage Theatre Company has announced casting for the upcoming New York premiere of Matt Gould and Griffin Matthews‘ new musical Invisible Thread directed by...

Broadway BlackSeptember 15, 2015

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Cicely Tyson & James Earl Jones Will Begin The Gin Game

Those of us who have been eagerly waiting for the dynamic duo of James Earl Jones and Cicely Tyson in the Broadway revival of...

Broadway BlackSeptember 15, 2015

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Valisia LeKae Launches Adventures of Lillian Kate Web Series

Grammy- and Tony-nominated Valisia LeKae has gone from starring as “Diana Ross” in Motown: The Musical, when it opened at Lunt-Fonanne Theatre in April...

Broadway BlackSeptember 15, 2015

Features

Tamara Jade on Freedom, Faith, and the Power of Using Every Part of Her Voice

Events and Happenings

Freedom Riders: A Journey With No End in Sight, Harlem Stage Honors 10 Years of Reckoning and Resistance

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Monifah, C. King, and More Star In Man Of The House At Brooklyn’s Billie Holiday Theatre

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Taraji P. Henson and Cedric the Entertainer to Star in August Wilson’s Joe Turner’s Come and Gone on Broadway, Directed by Debbie Allen

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Billy Porter & Marisha Wallace to Lead Cabaret’s Final Broadway Run at the Kit Kat Club

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Broadway-Bound Polly: The Musical Taps All-Black Creative Team Including Debbie Allen and Lena Waithe

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Whoopi Returns, Ragtime Rises: Kerry Washington, Kara Young, Joshua Henry Lead Lincoln Center Theater’s New Era

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Patti LuPone Releases Public Apology to Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald

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Broadway Responds: A Collective Call for Accountability

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Power and Privilege on Broadway: Patti LuPone’s Disrespect of Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald Explained

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PHOTOS: Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” Opening Night

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Power and Privilege on Broadway: Patti LuPone’s Disrespect of Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald Explained

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Broadway-Bound Polly: The Musical Taps All-Black Creative Team Including Debbie Allen and Lena Waithe

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Billy Porter & Marisha Wallace to Lead Cabaret’s Final Broadway Run at the Kit Kat Club

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Whoopi Returns, Ragtime Rises: Kerry Washington, Kara Young, Joshua Henry Lead Lincoln Center Theater’s New Era

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Broadway Responds: A Collective Call for Accountability

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Billy Porter & Marisha Wallace to Lead Cabaret’s Final Broadway Run at the Kit Kat Club

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Broadway-Bound Polly: The Musical Taps All-Black Creative Team Including Debbie Allen and Lena Waithe

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Whoopi Returns, Ragtime Rises: Kerry Washington, Kara Young, Joshua Henry Lead Lincoln Center Theater’s New Era

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Broadway Responds: A Collective Call for Accountability

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Power and Privilege on Broadway: Patti LuPone’s Disrespect of Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald Explained

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PHOTOS: Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” Opening Night

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The Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation Sponsors ‘Push Party’ World Premiere Performance

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Audra McDonald to Star in Revival of Legendary Musical “Gypsy”

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Power and Privilege on Broadway: Patti LuPone’s Disrespect of Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald Explained

Broadway Bound

Broadway-Bound Polly: The Musical Taps All-Black Creative Team Including Debbie Allen and Lena Waithe

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Billy Porter & Marisha Wallace to Lead Cabaret’s Final Broadway Run at the Kit Kat Club

Season Announcement

Whoopi Returns, Ragtime Rises: Kerry Washington, Kara Young, Joshua Henry Lead Lincoln Center Theater’s New Era

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Broadway Responds: A Collective Call for Accountability

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Twilight Los Angeles, 1992 BIPOC Theatre Night Oct 15 at Signature Theatre

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WATCH: Amandla Stenberg Talks Dear Evan Hansen + Anonymous Ones

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Make Them Hear You – A Trayvon Martin Tribute

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Leslie Odom Jr And Nicolette Robinson SMASH Stay By Rihanna

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The Eve Of Jackie World Premiere Starring Chester Gregory

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Motown: The Musical Commerical

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Billy Porter & Marisha Wallace to Lead Cabaret’s Final Broadway Run at the Kit Kat Club

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Broadway-Bound Polly: The Musical Taps All-Black Creative Team Including Debbie Allen and Lena Waithe

Season Announcement

Whoopi Returns, Ragtime Rises: Kerry Washington, Kara Young, Joshua Henry Lead Lincoln Center Theater’s New Era